CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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Standard Meetings
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RESEARCH DAYS
The Chapter sponsors monthly (except December) research days at three libraries in Los Angeles County: •SCGS Library in Burbank on the third Tuesday South Bay Family History Center in Torrance on the fourth Thursday except in November where it will be on the fifth Thursday Research days are hosted on specific dates at the San Diego Central Library and are sometimes accompanied by a presentation.
San Diego Central Library
Torrance Family History Center
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GENEALOGY GARAGE WORKSHOPS
The Chapter co-hosts the monthly Genealogy Garage workshop at the Richard Riordan Central Library in downtown Los Angeles on the morning of the third Saturday of the month (except December). 
GENERAL MEETINGS
The Chapter hosts a general meeting during the months of February, May, August, and December, unless otherwise announced. General meetings feature workshops or lectures, selected research materials, individual research opportunities, sharing of information, a family style no-host lunch, and sometimes an afternoon workshop. Attendees are afforded the opportunity to shop at our sales table, study the pedigree charts of members and have free access to the research collection housed at the library. Individual assistance is available through our member volunteers as well as networking. All meetings are held from 10am-4pm at the SCGS Library in Burbank unless otherwise noted. 
Southern California Genealogical Society
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ANNUAL EVENTS
Every October the Chapter hosts an annual Viva la Familia celebration of our Hispanic heritage at a rotating historic site in Southern California.
Every December, join us for our annual Holiday Potluck and General meeting at our Burbank location.
We also participate in the annual Genealogical Jamboree sponsored by the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS), as well as other community events.
Check our Calendar of Events for specific information.
Every October the Chapter hosts an annual Viva la Familia celebration of our Hispanic heritage at a rotating historic site in Southern California.
Every December, join us for our annual Holiday Potluck and General meeting at our Burbank location.
We also participate in the annual Genealogical Jamboree sponsored by the Southern California Genealogical Society (SCGS), as well as other community events.
Check our Calendar of Events for specific information.
Saturday, November 16, 11:00am-12:15pm
Genealogy Garage Workshop
Beginning Chinese-American Genealogy
Patricia Dung and Michael Ho of the Chinese Family History Group of Southern California will talk about some of the unique aspects of Chinese American genealogy research. Come learn about jia pu (family genealogy books passed down hundreds of generations), the unique Chinese naming system, secret information on tombstones and more!
Los Angeles Central Library
630 W. 5th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Map and Flier
2019 Events
213-228-7413
jhuffman@lapl.org
Genealogy Garage Workshop
Beginning Chinese-American Genealogy
Patricia Dung and Michael Ho of the Chinese Family History Group of Southern California will talk about some of the unique aspects of Chinese American genealogy research. Come learn about jia pu (family genealogy books passed down hundreds of generations), the unique Chinese naming system, secret information on tombstones and more!
Los Angeles Central Library
630 W. 5th St.
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Map and Flier
2019 Events
213-228-7413
jhuffman@lapl.org
Tuesday, November 19, 2019 11am-4pm
BURBANK Hispanic Tuesday Research Day
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned researcher, you can benefit from the personal attention of Leonard Trujillo, a veteran Hispanic researcher specializing in California and New Mexico research. He is a descendant of the founders of the California village of Agua Mansa (now Colton, San Bernardino County).
Southern California Genealogical Society Library
417 Irving Dr.
Burbank, CA 91504
Directions: (818)843-7247
Map
BURBANK Hispanic Tuesday Research Day
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned researcher, you can benefit from the personal attention of Leonard Trujillo, a veteran Hispanic researcher specializing in California and New Mexico research. He is a descendant of the founders of the California village of Agua Mansa (now Colton, San Bernardino County).
Southern California Genealogical Society Library
417 Irving Dr.
Burbank, CA 91504
Directions: (818)843-7247
Map
Thursday, November 28, 6pm-8:30pm
TORRANCE Hispanic Thursday Research Day
Looking for an opportunity to focus on your Hispanic research without distractions and with direction? Then join Juan and Rachel Rodriguez, experienced family researchers at the Torrance Family History Center where you will have access to Familysearch.org, Ancestry.com, microfilm, and microfiche readers.
Juan Rodriguez was born in Mexico City. He did family research at the former Huntington Park Family History Center from 2002 to 2012. His parents involved him in genealogy research since he was very young. Rachel Rodriguez was born in Chihuahua, Mexico. She has been doing genealogy research since 2002. Each have been given the assignment of Area Family History Consultants for Spanish speaking units for the LDS church since 2012.
Torrance Family History Center
22605 Kent Ave
Torrance, CA 90505
Telephone: 310-791-6256.
Map, Website and Flier
TORRANCE Hispanic Thursday Research Day
Looking for an opportunity to focus on your Hispanic research without distractions and with direction? Then join Juan and Rachel Rodriguez, experienced family researchers at the Torrance Family History Center where you will have access to Familysearch.org, Ancestry.com, microfilm, and microfiche readers.
Juan Rodriguez was born in Mexico City. He did family research at the former Huntington Park Family History Center from 2002 to 2012. His parents involved him in genealogy research since he was very young. Rachel Rodriguez was born in Chihuahua, Mexico. She has been doing genealogy research since 2002. Each have been given the assignment of Area Family History Consultants for Spanish speaking units for the LDS church since 2012.
Torrance Family History Center
22605 Kent Ave
Torrance, CA 90505
Telephone: 310-791-6256.
Map, Website and Flier
December 7, 2019, 10am to 3pm
Holiday General Meeting
Free Admission, General Public Invited
The Spanish Settlement of Southern California (1769-1790)--John Schmal
This presentation explores the original settlement of Southern California by the Spaniards. Starting with the early settlement of San Diego (1769) and San Gabriel (1771), the speaker outlines the various Spanish activities in the Southland, including the Expedition of 1781 and the founding of Los Angeles and Santa Barbara from 1781-1786. The lecture also includes a discussion of several of the original indigenous inhabitants who lived near the Spanish missions. The presentation will conclude with data from the 1790 census for California.
Southern California Genealogical Society Library
417 Irving Dr.
Burbank, CA 91504
Directions: (818)843-7247
Map
Holiday General Meeting
Free Admission, General Public Invited
The Spanish Settlement of Southern California (1769-1790)--John Schmal
This presentation explores the original settlement of Southern California by the Spaniards. Starting with the early settlement of San Diego (1769) and San Gabriel (1771), the speaker outlines the various Spanish activities in the Southland, including the Expedition of 1781 and the founding of Los Angeles and Santa Barbara from 1781-1786. The lecture also includes a discussion of several of the original indigenous inhabitants who lived near the Spanish missions. The presentation will conclude with data from the 1790 census for California.
Southern California Genealogical Society Library
417 Irving Dr.
Burbank, CA 91504
Directions: (818)843-7247
Map